
5th Annual Aristoi Chess Tournament
March 28, 2026
A K-12 Chess Tournament open to all scholastic players.
Location: Aristoi Classical Academy
5610-A Morton Rd, Katy, TX 77493
(updated daily until March 28)
4th Annual Aristoi Chess Tournament
We look forward to seeing you!
Tournament Information
♟ Eligibility: Open to all K–12 students
♟ Entry Fee: $30 through March 21 | $40 after March 21
♟ Registration Deadline: March 27 at midnight
♟ Format: 5-round Swiss | G/25 with 5-second delay | US Chess rated
♟ Sections: Limited to 30 players per section, divided by grade and rating
♟ Team Awards: Top 4 scores combined per school
♟ US Chess Membership Required
Membership is required to participate. Discount and standard registration links are provided below.
Schedule (Approximate)
♟ Round 1 begins as close to 9:00 AM as possible – please arrive early
♟ Lunch around 11:30 AM (after Round 2)
♟ Final round around 3:00 PM
♟ Awards ceremony concludes around 5:00 PM
♟ Concession stand available
♟ Pizza available for purchase at lunch
Registration
♟ Discount US Chess Membership (about $13): Group Membership Registration♟ After receiving your membership number, email it to: john@foundationchess.org
What to Expect
♟ All players may compete in 5 rounds (non-elimination format)
♟ Players are expected to know tournament rules (see link below)
♟ Boards, pieces, and clocks are provided
♟ Bring notation sheets and pencils
♟ Parents may escort players in and take photos before rounds begin
♟ No parents allowed in playing area once rounds start
Helpful Links
Tournament Rules and Expectations
USCF New Member Registration
♟ Contact: John Hendrick at john@foundationchess.org or 832-893-0138
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We look forward to seeing you at the 4th Annual Aristoi Chess Tournament!​​
